1000 Miles in 48 Hours goes TERRIBLY WRONG! | Will the Van Make It? (Day 2)

[@lyfandeth]

Bryson, you're the coolest. Thanks for helping out Nikki with Dad.

[@nickbohica5573]

Hat's off to Bryson's dad for teaching him the value of hard work, and how to be an amazing gentleman. Awesome to see a dad leading by example. Great job Bryson. You are going to grow up to be a great man that will inspire others to be more like you and your dad.

[@nintendolunchbox]

Bryson is the coolest mechanic I’ve ever seen.

[@alskjflaksjdflakjdf]

Getting help when you need it IS being a badass female! My daughter works on her own car but sometimes she needs a big old lug to help with stubborn bolts. She recently realized that I purchased some long handled ratchets so she can get even more done on her own. You go!

[@fionaomahoney9488]

Aww well done Bryson, what a great mechanic you are-you really are the coolest

[@mommakittyhiking]

Hello Bryson! I'm a middle school teacher and I think you are an amazing kiddo! Keep on learning cool stuff. Thanks for helping our friend Nikki!

[@BonniePalson-m6o]

I liked the part that you tipped the dad and the son for the tire service. Very thoughtful...

[@receilseymour7930]

After tipping everyone, she might not have enough money to buy some pants to wear. It can get pretty cold up there in the mountains..

[@tinglelingaling6]

Did you see the smile on Bryson's face... priceless. It gave me some feels.

[@citigirlcountrified1927]

I guess it makes some feel big to break others found ​@@receilseymour7930

[@SnowboardJedi]

If everyone tipped everyone for service then the middle-class economy gets stronger ....it's great by Nikki

[@gary_neilson1896]

The guy was going in to his shop to write up her bill, but instead she low balled him with cash and he was too nice to say anything.

[@grafffuller3265]

This is such a great adventure. Love your attitude. Also, this is for Bryson. "You're the best helper. Also, be thankful to your Dad...that he's teaching you his trade, so that you have options as you grow up. You can do anything, but you can at least do your Dad's job. Thanks to him and thanks to you for helping Nikki in this situation."

[@teresahowell3417]

Bryson is the coolest and your Dad are both Awesome thanks for helping Nikki

[@TheKlh54]

Well done Bryson!! You’re the coolest mechanic! Your dad has taught you well!

[@tywil83]

Bryson is the coolest!

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Nikki, Camper and R.V. Bryson and his dad are such awesome duds keep up the great work.

[@davidmohr9317]

I'm not your Dad. But as a Marine Engineer/Mechanic/Superintendent.I so want to give you a Dad lecture right now!!! Love the show. Please stay safe. Thanks for the help Bryson.

[@WaYsTiiD]

What is the Dad lecture...what exactly did she do wrong here?

[@schadlarry]

@@WaYsTiiD Everything. She has a problem with the van, yet goes off-roading. Has a bad shoulder and unable to change a tire, yet goes off-roading. Filling the tire up to 90PSI, where I think the max is around 60. Bought an overpriced and unreliable and very expensive to fix Mercedes to begin with.

[@theDevilsvoice]

@@WaYsTiiD Larry is absolutely correct. I was worried that tire was gonna blowout while she was filling it with her face right in front of that damage area. Always position yourself off to one side while airing up any tire!

[@octavioperez8338]

Glad you mentioned this. My Dad alarm system was in overdrive watching this video. Fortunately nothing tragic happened and everyone is safe.

[@sjsharksfan8573]

I'll add that its never a good idea to go off-road in an unfamiliar area like that. Someone easily could have put a piece of metal in the ground to force people to be stranded-just like you were. As soon as you realized you were not on the right road immediately hightail it out of there.

[@PhyllisGarcia-cf7fz]

It's so comforting that you have a great specific place to go when you are in need of help and repairs!! Such a relief and blessings! May all be well when you take care of the other repairs. Love you and your fur babies!!! Happy trails Nikki. 👍🥾

[@captainandrewcrabtree]

After many years of trailering boats, driving trucks etc always have a spare tire ready and try to never use a scissor style jack (the little cheap one that comes with cars). Please get an appropriate sized hydraulic jack for your vehicle. I have changed many tires for other people as well, just by always carrying the hydraulic jack. Stay safe yall! 🙏

[@StigDesign]

yes so true scissor style jack is dangerous even if using rims for extra protection, me and my brother uses regular big jack rated for 1,5ton (it might be a hydralic type, it looks similar sort of to the one the dad with the kid uses) :)

[@razmtaz1987]

@@captainandrewcrabtree because all of us vanlifers can spare the space for a full sized hydraulic jack 🙄.

[@RB-7]

​@@razmtaz1987Google hydraulic floor jacks, they aren't that big you should have space for it and a spare tire can be put on the back of the van. No excuses for not having room.

[@RB-7]

​@@razmtaz1987Google hydraulic floor jacks, they aren't that big. I believe a 2 ton lift is only like 18" inches in length. You can also put a spare tire on the back of the van. No excuses for space, you should make the space for stuff like this especially traveling.

[@2fathomsdeeper]

The scissors are OK but slow. The jack I have fits into a pocket at the proper lift point so it can't slip easily. Jack only as high as needed to remove the tire. Break the torque or do final torque with the wheel on the ground not in the air. That will prevent most of the rocking of the vehicle while on the jack. While my jack is made for my vehicle, using a different one would be dangerous as it won't fit the pocket and could slip. One pet peeve is used car dealers that will strip the jack, tire iron, and security key out of vehicles.

[@marioreyes2009]

Thank you Nikki for showing the good and the bad of off roading in a 4x4 RV. Not everyone shows the real deal and you did amazingly. Best wishes and be safe out there.

[@andreaewert7204]

Bryson you're the coolest 😎 great job helping your Dad! Nikki kudos to you knowing when you need help! ❤❤❤

[@letovx11]

Two years ago I was camping at Great Basin NP and needed to get a prescription refill so I visited Ely! Great little town literally in the middle of no where. A few days later I hurt my knee hiking at GBNP and ended up back at Ely for a visit to an urgent care clinic. I will always remember that little town for being my salvation for the two weeks I camped near by.

[@PNWTundra23]

Bryson is the best! Thanks to Bryson's dad also for raising a caring and respectful son!

[@LauraE.9897]

Bryson, you're the coolest! Thanks for helping our friends Nikki, Camper & Rodney! 😉💜

[@PGodin54]

Bryson your the coolest dude helping out. I enjoy your adventures, especially the ones that go well. Wishing you all the safest and the best of adventures. 😊👍🇨🇦

[@terenzo50]

Bryson! Many thanks for all your help! Offroading when there's something hinky, goofy, drippy with the vehicle may not be the wisest way forward. Glad you're okay and made it back to civilization. Please stay happy and healthy with your precious cargo!

[@denverdubois5835]

Exactly, why would you do that? Super foolish, especially alone.

[@kurtburkhardt5862]

When you are already off-road, you need to figure stuff out on your own. Heading back to civilization is often the only option. She aired up and did a temporary fix to get her out. Sitting there, it's hard to say who would have come along to help. Off-roading is hard on any vehicle even one designed for it. I think she did the right thing.

[@LokiOdinson-fz8ps]

@@denverdubois5835 OK Ricky Redneck. Nice White knighting there hero.

[@customledandfiberopticsinc2756]

@@kurtburkhardt5862 The tire wasn't the only issue! Going off road when you hear a rubbing noise you smell oil and or coolant and a heated floor not working is not a wise decision and could be a very costly one.

[@tonilombard9986]

Good job Bryson thanks for helping Nikki. 😊

[@shellyvankoevering]

Oh the stress I felt with this one! You are 1 brave lady!!! Bryson you are the coolest!!!

[@lauracarter5343]

I’m glad everything is well with you and your van. Your calm under uncertain circumstances is admirable!

[@Notatruckmaster1968]

Way to go, Bryson! Nikki, my wife and I love watching your videos! We have a 2018 Sprinter and we love our road trips! You have visited a lot of the places we have, and you have also given us so many ideas for new places to explore! Oh yeah, and our yellow lab Ruby always comes with us, as well as our 17 year old son. We would love to run into you one day! My wife wrote all this, by the way! 😀

[@erinkimberly4926]

It’s been a bad week for tires for us too. My dad blew 2 tires and we blew one. So crazy! Love how you keep a positive attitude no matter what happens. It’s very refreshing! ❤️

[@blocker1928]

Hey Nikki, if you're ever in south central Montana and you need a place to park your vehicle and rest up, you can camp at our place. My wife and I live in a rural area between the small towns of Red Lodge and Belfry. We have a dog, 3 cats, and several chickens (lots of eggs). Oh, and we live in an Earthship. Anyway, all the best to you.

[@weshawkins7165]

Bryson, good job, it’s nice to see a young man willing to do that type of work. I’ve been a mechanic 52 of my 68 years and it is a trade that needs good mechanics.

[@amyrobinson4713]

Yay, Bryson! So glad you're such an optimist, Nikki! I am glad you're safe. I look forward to your videos. Have fun and safe travels!

[@ChevyRobSCV]

Hi Bryson! Thank you for helping our Nikki, Camper and RV! ❤

[@paulkoontz6095]

You need a battery operated impact wrench and a bad lands jack for off roading. Safe travels. Bryson gives me a little hope for younger generations. Good job buddy!

[@LokiOdinson-fz8ps]

Ok white knight

[@harveynobles5141]

I was impressed with Bryson! And Nikki, you are so cool under pressure! Very impressive!

[@johnkeese2504]

Bryson - you and your Pa are superheroes!!!!

[@biinkyreed8013]

Nikki your have such a positive attitude. Bryson is a way cool mechanic. Camper and Rodney are so adorable.

[@shannonalvarez7638]

I definitely live vicariously through your videos! I would love to live the van life. But I’m way too old to start it😊 so every week I watch and dream ☺️

[@cactuskid1492]

Nice work, Bryson! Nikki ever the optimist. I love that about you, but agree with so many others that there’s a time to explore and a time to call it a day and get to wherever you need to get to keep yourself safe.

[@highdesertbiker]

ur channel is awesome, u are one of my van life inspirations , love ur positive energy …ive been following a long time

[@lisahenry1910]

There is a way to change a tire without having to lift it with your back, shoulder, etc. Tip, roll, & use a shovel (between the tire & ground) to pry it up and line it up with the studs. Also, a pneumatic impact tool (for lug nuts) is compact and easy

[@Banagal]

Tire success and yummy treats. Great job on the road and managing the tire and repairs. I hope your shoulder improves quickly.

[@Elniniss]

I’m not a vanlifer but I often do roadtrips. I always throw in the trunk an impact wrench to remove my wheels quickly if needed. You would obviously a pretty pricey one but I would still look into it.

[@lukeskytoker]

Driving a 5 ton house off road will have problems, but it’s hard to convince me that everything is fine and fun. Maybe the broken heater is an easy fix like the spare tire and bad breaks and odd smells and rubbing sound and leaks are all a part of overlanding. I’m glad that you’re safe, and hope that future problems are minor and less common. Happy trails and happy tails!

[@dan596]

Way to go Bryson! Nikki long time watching, first comment (as I think) to say we are loving your energy. It's so refreshing to see the way you take things in stride, everything in life is an adventure. One bad tire turns into 10s of 10s baked goods. Blessed travels to you and maybe a crossed path on the RV road for a pup a play date.

[@rogertemple7193]

I hope everything works out great for You, Camper and Rodney with your van out there on the road, take care have a wonderful weekend and thank you Nikki, Camper and Rodney.🇺🇲🦮💓🐕🇺🇲

[@zilphapeatce]

Bryson you are the coolest! I used to help my dad too! I loved just being with him as I know you do too!!

[@JuliePike820]

I live vicariously through your videos. You live my dream life! I was deathly sick last year with sepsis, couldn’t physically drive for a while & now I’m afraid to. I haven’t driven in 18 months. I need to get back at it & your bravery inspires me. Keep on keeping on SiStar! I live in Pueblo CO so your recent videos were awesome for me! 🙌🏼✨ Thanks for all you do! ❤

[@EaZeeE2004]

Nikki i started watching your channel when you were in your Prius stopped seeing your post and during 2020 i binged watched your videos it was sad once I caught up because I enjoyed watching your videos back to back

[@budinfield9746]

A quickie with Nikki! Love the way you stayed cool under pressure (outwardly anyway). Great job.

[@dianepines9014]

Bryson and dad, you're the coolest!🎉

[@colandfathead9044]

Hey Nikki if you are going off road drop your tyre pressure down to 18 psi on the front and 20psi on the back it gives you a bigger tyre foot print on the ground lower the pressure even more if on sand🇦🇺

[@Luis-pz6ni]

The scratches buff right out ,just have your van professionally detailed a couple times a year exterior and interior.

[@anitaostrander4301]

Good job Bryson!!! TJ is the best!!! I love your beautiful example of generosity, Nikki..you rock!!!

[@Deemikey-cs8xp]

Compounding one bad decision with another is a recipe for disaster. Be safe out there!

[@trueloveingod2691]

Glad you made it through, so good it didn’t happen at night. You’re situational awareness and knowledge of your tools 🧰 🛠️ surely helps a lot. I’m wondering if this van, even with your specialized customizations, is up to the task of performing like an Overlander or other off-roading vehicle. I don’t think they’re really sturdy enough for that. Like God forbid a tie rod snaps on a winding mountain road. Seriously, maybe you will have to adjust your pathways and stay away from the more impactful roads. Take care of your shoulder, make sure to let it heal. Love you, Nikki, Camper, and Rodney. Stay safe and have a blast.

[@GarfieldHiscock]

A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for. This applies to your camper as well. Bryson is a great kid.

[@lynnemac1402]

Oh Nikki I was so scared for you, having van problems and then going off roading, especially seeing so many crashed cars everywhere, I was worried you wouldnt make it out. Bryson you and your dad are great for helping Nikki out, and great work your dad obviously did a good job teaching you. Pleased you got the brakes fixed but Im worried about your van. Are you going to be going to the dog rescue? Take care Nikki, stay safe and rest your shoulder x

[@totorishop]

Yeah I was puzzled why she kept going when she saw and called out the fallen cars……….

[@robert_mitchell]

"I can't stop because it might never work again after this moment". LOLOL

[@minhhop3208]

Glad uou got help ! The boy was so good !!! He knows and willing to learn helping Dad !!!!

[@rebeccah.4983]

All those downed cars were kind of spooky and eerie during your off-roading adventure -- did you get ghost town vibes? On the bright side, your plant looks great -- Buddha Dog's peaceful and protective aura cares for all van passengers. Thanks Bryson for your tire changing excellence!

[@NikkiDelventhal]

Honestly I’d come out to do some history tours and ghost hunting! It sounds like a load of fun cause this area is RICH with stories!

[@WaYsTiiD]

how was this comment posted 6 days ago when the video was just published? I'm getting spooky ghost vibes from the tube

[@goober9983]

@@WaYsTiiD paid supporter

[@PeterStawicki]

Bryson is the Coolest!! Nikki I can't believe you would take off down a back road with the smell coming off the Van. So glad you made it safely back! I have a mobile inflator and I swear they are worth every penny you pay for them. I have had your kind of adventure literally stopping to fill every few miles. Crazy!!

[@theDevilsvoice]

Always position yourself off to one side while airing up any tire! Please be safe, filling a tire can result in a blowout. With your face a Cpl inches away from and in front of that tire with 90 psi you're at risk for injury.

[@S.O.U.L-u-tions]

I am glad you and your pups are safe - first and foremost! ❤ Also, Nikki, you have been apart of the group of #vanlifers to inspire me over the years... in my vast research on the best van for me --- I am also inspired to NOT buy a Mercedes Sprinter! I mean...besides the initial expense -- computer system goes down at shop thwarts progression etc. You're not the only vanlifer I've watched that has a mercedes sprinter w $$$ issues. So, sincerely THANK YOU for your candid videos to help me choose my rig! cheers 🍻

[@robingirard5423]

Great job helping Bryson.

[@up2top]

Your unyielding optimism and positive attitude when things go wrong is so refreshing. Love you channel. Can't wait to see what you're up to next.

[@gthekid08]

The best tires get gashes. It's not a tire thing, it's a road thing. A low quality tire would have shred to pieces probably. Bryson you're the coolest!!

[@victoriasmith8570]

Hi Bryson! You ARE the coolest! Thanks to you and Mr. Kim for helping out Nicky!!

[@GEN-X_POV]

LOL - best part of the video is you trying the bakery goods. :) Bryson - you 'da man!

[@Bosnia_Magnetfishing]

Hello Nikki, van troubles oh my. I hope things get better, and say Hello to Camper and Rodney..

[@danrt52]

Bryson is the best little man! Good luck, bad luck and you just power through just being you. Love it. :-)

[@montanoventures]

The energy for all these travels, commitment, and organization amazes me keep up the good work.

[@AndrewB416]

Ouch. Those brakes were cooked. Good thing you got them fixed up.

[@laurenm8561]

This was a fun adventure. There’s always lessons to be learned and things are going to happen. I believe it’s all about the tude! Bryson you’re the coolest and thanks for helping our friends Nikki, Camper and Rodney.🤘🏻 Oh yeah, shout out to TJ and the boys!

[@CyclingMikey]

Bryson, you're cool! Keep learning from your Dad. I was a spanner monkey for my Dad, and he taught me so much. I wish the same or even better for you!

[@kranjams]

You're one awesome dude, Bryson, thanks for helping Nikki!

[@ericthered976]

You should look into a spare tire lifting davit in case you ever have to do a tire change on the trail.

[@TheKindredTrucker]

I fully relate with your feelings of being a badass female not wanting to ask for help. But it's just human to need help sometimes, you're still 100 percent badass AND smart and humble enough to know when assistance is needed. Bryson is the coolest!! Great job, lil buddy, and it was awesome to see you showing your gratitude with tips. It's good to see the foibles and the lessons learned. You are incredibly knowledgable but it goes to show that we all never stop learning!! Sending love to you and the doggos!!❤

[@GEAUXFRUGAL]

When you put her in 4*4 you are using parts that are usually dormant and lubrication produces smell as it's heated and the dust on those parts will give a smell depending on what got on them.

[@Abby-jv7kg]

Bryson, you are AMAZING! Thank you so much for your help! You and your dad did a great job helping Miss Nikki!!

[@leedanielson7452]

Bryson you are the coolest!!! Thanks for helping Nikki!!!🤩👍👏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@jerryfife2015tacoma]

I have a set of those BF Goodrich tires my self and absolutely love them they are great tires and would get another set when needed. Awesome video Nikki, so happy you made it of that mountain to get help, nothing wrong with seeking help. Well done and much love.

[@danettecadzow9837]

Bryson is the coolest and so is his helper!

[@jeffreystoddard1522]

Bryson, you are awesome, my man!!! Much respect from Boston!!

[@aastra480]

Bryson rocks 🤘

[@bw0545]

Bryson and Cam- thanks for helping Nikki! I love my BFG KO2 tires also!

[@applejax209]

I tore my rotator cuff awhile back and the pain was excruciating! I got a cortisone shot after 6 months of tortures I wish I would have done it sooner because it healed so fast after that.

[@NikkiDelventhal]

Keeping this in mind! It’s been a journeyyyyyy!

[@aprilstone9776]

Hi Bryson! Thank you and your dad helping so amazing young man 🎉

[@scottstedman-xo8mo]

I ❤️ Your Video Nikki Delventhal.

[@NikJaKen]

Hello to Bryson and Kim from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina! Thanks to you both, you are proof that there are gentlemen among us.

[@teresaforsyth6185]

Bryson is a great kid!

[@DoggsLife2019]

Dogg stretched his Cranial Cruciate Ligament 7 weeks ago and has been healing. He still has at least 2 more weeks. Yup no hiking frisbee or chasing elk for almost 2 months. It's a good thing we film a lot during spring. Heal up and be safe

[@pinchen3479]

Bryson, you're the coolest. Thanks for helping Nikki get back on the road. Thanks to your dad too

[@christaylor5085]

Bryson, you’re the coolest, and Kim was wonderful to help you! Truly the best.

[@bonnieson4989]

Your $300k rig or whatever u paid isn't a tank just an overpriced luxury brand. Mercedes is known for emptying ones pockets. It's too small for more than 2 people and 2 pets. Nobody's tires could take punishment from jagged rocks. Rodney and Camper r living a dream life! Ur successful KZbin channel helping lots of other less fortunate dogs!

[@schadlarry]

How do you go through brake pads that fast? Also I've had KO2 before, never aired down and never had a flat and road much worse roads than this.

[@SuperRtrtrtr]

She paid 300 gees for that? Nuts.

[@CJ30123]

taking a rig that heavy on terrain like that is flat out dumb and WILL always break something.

[@erinantrim2652]

We don't know how much she paid and it isn't our business.​@@SuperRtrtrtr

[@bonnieson4989]

The reg kind r in the mid $250k she has lots of upgrades lithium and solar probably near that much plus $4k warranty ​@@erinantrim2652

[@noidea1962]

Bryson...you ROCK! Thanks to you AND your 'helper' for helping our Nikki!

[@Minnesota_Vance]

NIKKI! You never go down those mountain roads alone. It's a serious rule in off roading. Gorilla tape, REALLY!!? 🤣😂 GURL! I always salute your adventurous spirit but you could have gotten into a life threatening situation. And to be clear, you ARE a badass woman. You just need to be careful and never go into remote areas alone.

[@bjjohnson4418]

Hi there is Slime Tire Sealant since you go off road so much I would pick some up. Not saying it would of helped with that big gash but it might of slowed it even more. Glad to see you made it.

[@devolutionone]

Bryson is the most handsome mechanic ever 👍

[@katiem4981]

You’re the coolest Bryson! Great job helping Nikki and working hard with your Dad! ❤

[@nintendolunchbox]

Was the computer systems down from crowd strike outage ?

[@geofsawaya394]

Nikki, you and your pups are really the best ❤❤ What a super adventurer you are. Take care of that shoulder